1985 AC Cobra vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | AC | Italdesign |
Model | Cobra | Nazca |
Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |